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Healthcare Support Worker - Ella Rowcroft ward
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Torquay TQ2 7AA Part TimePosted about 17 hours ago
Job description
Job responsibilities
- We are looking for applicants with proven experience in the care sector.
- All new starters will be given the opportunity for specialist training and also support in completion of the care certificate.
- For further information regarding the role responsibilities and entry requirements, please see the combined job description and person specification.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Understands the need for strict confidentiality
- Previous experience in a care environment or able to demonstrate a caring nature/ life experience
Desirable
- Working knowledge of complex care needs of some families including Safeguarding Children & Adults, Domestic Abuse and Mental Health
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- GCSE's (grade C/5 or above) in maths and English, or Functional Skills level 2 in both of those subjects as a minimum entry requirement
Desirable
- Care certificate
Specific Skills
Essential
- Basic computer/keyboard skills
- Fine motor skills - for venepuncture, phlebotomy and other clinical tasks
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Able to work under instruction, under pressure and as part of a team
- Record keeping competency in handwritten and electronic records
- Able to demonstrate empathy, sensitivity, and to adapt communication style to circumstances
- Able to manage stress in themselves and others
- Able to offer support at times of emotional distress
- Willingness to undertake new skills and training
- Ability to adapt behaviour to changing and challenging situations.
- To be flexible, adaptable, reliable and punctual.
- The post holder must demonstrate a positive commitment to uphold diversity and equality policies approved by our Trust
Desirable
- Healthcare competencies appropriate to area of work